Deputy Sheriff William P. Colbert

Deputy Sheriff William P. Colbert | St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, Missouri
St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, Missouri
Deputy Sheriff William P. Colbert

St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, Missouri

End of Watch Wednesday, August 25, 1948

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William P. Colbert

Deputy Sheriff William Colbert was killed in a crash at Lindbergh Boulevard and Missouri Bottoms Road while responding to a call.

Deputy Colbert was responding to two burglary calls when a truck pulled out in front of his patrol car. Deputy Colbert was transported to a local hospital where he died later in the day from internal injuries.

Bio

  • Age 42
  • Tour Not available
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Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash

burglary

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 65th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

April 13, 2013

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